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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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